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RBC Foundation Pledges $200,000 Donation to Hamilton Conservation Foundation to support Saltfleet Wetlands Restoration

Hamilton Conservation Authority (HCA), through its fundraising partner the Hamilton Conservation Foundation (HCF), has received a pledged donation of $200,000 over two years from the RBC Foundation to support the Saltfleet Conservation Area Wetland Restoration Project. This pledged donation is...

HCA acknowledges new provincial conservation agency announcement

Hamilton Conservation Authority (HCA) acknowledges the announcement by the Government of Ontario on October 31 outlining its intention to introduce amendments to the Conservation Authorities Act to establish a new provincial agency to provide leadership, governance and strategic direction for...

CANCELLATION – Watershed Conditions Statement (Flood Outlook) – Lake Ontario Storm Surge – October 31, 2025

The Hamilton Conservation Authority (HCA) is advising that the Watershed Conditions Statement (Flood Outlook) – Lake Ontario Storm Surge message issued on October 27, 2025 has now been cancelled. There are no active messages at this time. For further information...

Haudenosaunee deer harvest begins November 3

The Haudenosaunee Wildlife and Habitat Committee (HWHC) and Hamilton Conservation Authority (HCA) have agreed to a Specific Agreement for the 2025 season based on the existing Protocol to address the Treaty Rights of the Haudenosaunee on HCA-owned lands. Deer harvesting...

Hamilton Conservation Authority celebrates local watershed stewards

On Saturday, October 4, Conservation Halton (CH) hosted the annual Watershed Stewards Appreciation Day at Area 8 Conservation Area. The event, held in partnership with the Hamilton Conservation Authority (HCA), celebrated the commitment and care of landowners who protect and...

Spencer Gorge to begin daily advanced reservations on Saturday, September 27

Spencer Gorge Conservation Area, which includes Dundas Peak, Tew Falls, and Webster Falls, will require an advanced reservation seven days a week, beginning Saturday, September 27, until Sunday, November 9, to accommodate the fall colour season. Reservations can be made...